Promoting civil society through meaningful democratic processes and universal public participation.

Civil society requires that each individual, and all peoples in human society, recognize and respect our differences as well as our similarities. Diverse cultures are a source of strength. They help provide a variety of viewpoints on every issue and that encourages more thorough analysis of any question that needs an answer. Questions that arise need to be answered using the best science available; recognizing that the answers may change as new science is developed. Public participation in the activities of government is essential to a well-operated government structure. All adults should be able to participate fully, and all children should be educated on the responsibility of each citizen to be involved in governing society.